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Drexel Heights board proclaims October as Fire Prevention Month
Summary
The Drexel Heights Fire District board unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-15 declaring October as Fire Prevention Month, a designation intended to focus district outreach and education activities during Fire Prevention Week.
The Drexel Heights Fire District Governing Board voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 2024-15 declaring October as Fire Prevention Month. The motion to adopt the resolution was made by Board Member James Bertrand and seconded by Board Member Laura Dailey; the motion passed 4-0.
The resolution formalizes the district's outreach plans for Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 6–12) and upcoming programming such as babysitting classes at Pistor Middle School and a Senior Safety Academy. Chief Douglas Chappell noted that the district's public-education efforts are continuing into October and referenced several scheduled events in the packet. The board did not amend the resolution; it passed as presented.
